Mary J. Anderson, 89 of Lafayette died December 14, 2014 at her home. She was born in Armstrong County, PA on July 25, 1925, to the late John and Vinka (Trinastic) Evankovich. She had resided in Lafayette most of her life. She married George J. Anderson on December 4, 1946 in Pittsburgh, PA. She was a loving wife and mother who devoted her life raising her 7 children. She enjoyed spending time with her 16 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She had a passion for cooking, gardening and playing Rummy. She had served as a Cub Scout den mother at St. Mary's and later was active as a school room mother. Surviving are her children, Mike (Paula) Anderson of Fort Wayne, Dan Anderson of Lafayette, Bob (Lisa) Anderson of Roswell, GA, Karen (Alan) Poore of Lafayette, Marlene (Ryan) Dougall of England, Mark (Sunny) Anderson of Lafayette and Steve (Carolyn) Anderson of DeBary, Fl; two brothers, Michael Evankovich of Bradys Bend, PA, John Evankovich of Carnes City, PA and two sisters Irene Evankovich and Phyllis Bayes both of Weaver, AL. She is preceded in death by George Anderson her husband of 60 years, 2 sisters and 1 granddaughter. A special thanks to her daughter Karen and her granddaughter Cleary Poore for their loving care in her final weeks. A private family service will be held at Springvale Cemetery. You may sign the guest book or leave memories at www.soller-baker.com